Celtics forward Terrence Williams drives in for a layup during their playoff series with the Knicks. / Brad Penner, USA TODAY Sports

by C.L. Brown, USA TODAY Sports

by C.L. Brown, USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics player Terrence Williams was arrested Sunday afternoon in Kent, Wash., for allegedly making threats to the mother of his child while brandishing a gun, according to published reports.

The Seattle Times reported the incident happened about 2 p.m. Pacific time at a downtown Kent parking lot. Williams and the woman had a scheduled visitation exchange with their 10-year-old son. According to the The Times, the two started arguing and Williams revealed a firearm and made threats.

Williams, 25, was located and arrested by police at another location without incident.The Times reported Kent police are labeling it as a domestic violence case that is under investigation.

Williams, a 6-6 guard/forward, played at Louisville from 2005-09 and was the 11th overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft. His career started with the New Jersey Nets, before spending time with the Houston Rockets and Sacramento Kings. He played part of this past season in China, before signing a 10-day contract with the Celtics in February.

Williams caught on with the Celtics and signed for the remainder of the season and next season. His contract that is scheduled to pay him $947,907 would become guaranteed if he isn't waived before Oct. 31. Williams averaged 4.6 points, 1.6 assists, and 1.8 rebounds in 24 games for the Celtics this season.

Williams is from the Seattle area.

Brown also writes for the Louisville Courier-Journal, a Gannett property.